Henry Wilczynski Collection

Collection Identifier: C.2011-07

Repository CFA

Extent of collection 19 reels of 16mm films

Abstract This collection contains the home movies of the Wilczynski family. They lived on the south side of Chicago and ran a bakery. Some of the highlights of the collection are the Bahai Temple in Wilmette, IL, Chicago's Riverview amusement park, the Chicago Flower and Garden show, family weddings, Niagra Falls, and 1952 Chicago subway scenes.

Custodial HistoryTed Swigen, nephew of Henry Wilczynski, had possession of the films and brought them to CFA. His uncle Henry lived on the south side of Chicago and ran a bakery.

Access Restrictions This collection is open to on-site access. Appointments must be made with Chicago Film Archives. Due to the fragile nature of the films, only video copies will be provided for on-site viewing.

Use Restrictions Chicago Film Archives holds the rights to the films in this collection.